It was a Wicked night to remember on November 9th at the Los Angeles premiere of, you guessed it, Wicked! This wasn’t just any red carpet—it was a neon green and pastel pink showdown, courtesy of the new and old Glindas and Elphabas of Broadway’s spookiest friendship musical. That’s right, both Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, the latest to take on the roles of Glinda and Elphaba, were joined by the O.G. Broadway duo Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth.
These ladies didn’t just show up—they served, slayed, and possibly melted a few hearts along the way.
Let’s Break Down the Spellbinding Fashions
Ariana Grande: Dressed like Glinda had wandered off into a retro-dreamscape, Ariana rocked a pastel pink gingham-print dress, giving major “I’m a sweet summer picnic who just happens to fly in a bubble” energy. She accessorized with a ginormous bow on her head (clearly taking a page from the Glinda Handbook of Flotation Devices), gloves, and silver heels that could blind you with one glance.
Cynthia Erivo: Dressed in a green so electric it practically glowed, Cynthia embodied Elphaba’s signature vibe but with a twist. She went for a sleek gown with edgy cutouts, paired with statement nails that looked sharp enough to slice through any flying monkey nonsense. Oh, and her jewelry? Straight out of Emerald City, naturally—a dazzling emerald and diamond necklace that screamed, “Yes, I’m a witch. And yes, I have taste.”
Idina Menzel: The woman who taught us all how to “defy gravity” kept things classic in a one-shoulder black dress, maybe to remind us that she’s been there, done that, and melted the witchy runway.
Kristin Chenoweth: Glittering in silver like a magical disco ball, Kristin went full Glinda with a bubble hem that practically begged to be floated away in. She looked like she’d just stepped out of an enchanted cloud and was ready to sprinkle glitter on everything.
The Big Takeaway? Pink and Green Are Still the New Black
It’s safe to say that the premiere was a colorful affair, and the foursome took their roles seriously, with the new Glinda and Elphaba going all in on the pink-green aesthetic while the originals brought the dramatic contrasts. No flying monkeys were spotted, but the sparkles and high-fashion claws were out.
As for the fashion credits: Ariana’s serving custom Thom Browne; Cynthia’s rocking custom Louis Vuitton and Suzanne Kalan; Kristin’s in custom Pamella Roland; and Idina’s flaunting EFFY Jewelry.
Mark Your Brooms: Wicked: Part One lands in theaters on November 22, so grab your glitter, your broomstick, and your best green ensemble—it’s gonna be spellbinding. ✨
